SHARON A. BURTON

Leawood, KS *****

acxryv@r.postjobfree.com 913-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/sharonaburton

HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Solid Business Acumen, Strong Project Management Skills and Passion for Recruiting

Experienced in managing recruitment process end-to-end as sole contributor and manager. High-energy, self-driven leader with entrepreneurial mind-set and track record of delivering results. Industries include but are not limited to financial services, technology, healthcare, and retail. Specific skill sets include:

Recruiting & Retention Strategies

Sourcing Methodologies/Research

Competency/Behavioral Based Interviewing

Client Relationship Management

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

SaaS Implementation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IBM, SMARTER WORKFORCE, Leawood, KS (Remote office) 2013 to 2016

Leading provider of recruiting and talent management solutions delivered through Cloud-based technology and consulting services.

Project Manager

Led implementation teams for recruiting, onboarding, talent suite and customer relationship management solutions for mid-size to enterprise clients.

Utilized best practices in planning, executing, tracking, and controlling projects, ensuring scope, cost, schedule and contractual deliverables.

Built value and loyalty with customers, client project teams, consultants and internal technology teams while serving as main interface among these groups.

Earned Certificate of Excellence for optimizing operational efficiencies and building strong relationships across project teams.

MCGLADREY LLP, Kansas City, MO 2006 to 2013

Nation’s 5th largest provider of assurance, tax and consulting services.

Regional Human Resources / HR Manager (2010 to 2013)

Provided full range of HR support (employee relations, performance management, benefits, and compensation administration) to leadership team and 150 associates within multi-disciplined regional consulting practice.

Collaborated with Regional Service Line Leaders and HR colleagues, ensuring resources were available to support growth, client service, and people leadership, while maintaining awareness of employee engagement and career advancement. Provided similar HR support to audit and tax personal within local office of 190+ associates.

Directly managed campus recruiting programs for 2 office locations, promoting employment brand messaging and showcasing company culture and career advancement opportunities. Hired 30+ highly qualified candidates yearly from Kansas and Missouri state schools.

Positioned as successful business partner with leadership and personnel through integration with business, results orientation, and high quality service delivery.

Recruiting and Retention Manager (2009 to 2010)

Managed and provided strategic direction for experienced hire and campus recruiting activities with retention initiatives across 7 states / 21 locations. Supervised 3 direct reports and indirect team of 8 HR generalists.

Led development and / or implementation of programs including New Hire Orientation, Women’s Leadership, Achievement Awards, Employee Survey, and Associate/Career Advisor development. Directed Internal Communications, Employee Referral and Alumni Program, providing HR counsel.

Blended teams and operations of recruiting functions and multiple programs successfully within merger of 2 business units.

Filled 80+ experienced hire positions under budget through proactive focus and conservative use of external search firms.

Established best practice within Internship program by introducing role of Campus Advisor.

Revamped and localized New Hire Orientation utilizing technology and pre-recorded training sessions that reduced travel expenses and enhanced new associate experience.

Experienced Hire Recruiting Manager (2008 to 2009)

Managed end-to-end recruitment process via self-efforts and team of 2 recruiters across 16 locations.

Met experienced hiring needs for audit and tax functions and created candidate pipelines in preparation for future business needs, filling 110+ positions annually.

Experienced Hire Recruiter (2006 to 2007)

Recruited audit, tax, technology (IT) and consulting service line personnel across 16 locations.

Established business partnership with hiring managers and met high volume recruiting needs through proactive sourcing and tenacity.

GENTIVA HEALTH SERVICES, Overland Park, KS 2003 to 2006

Nation’s leading provider of home health care services whose customers include managed care organizations, employers, governmental agencies, hospitals and individuals.

Regional Recruitment Manager

Sourced, screened, assessed and presented candidates for mid-management to regional level positions. Built talent pool for current and future requirements.

Recruited average of 3 qualified and experienced candidates per month within highly competitive market through proactive sourcing, effective communications and strong marketing skills.

Established excellent rapport with hiring managers and reputation by delivering quality, excellent responsiveness, and timely results.

EFL ASSOCIATES, Overland Park, KS 1996 to 2002

Retained executive search firm employing 28 associates with offices locally and in Denver, Colorado.

Staff Consultant

Created and executed searches for mid to senior-level executive candidates across functions in industries ranging from non-profit to Fortune 50 companies.

Recognized as key producer on recruiting team, reporting top revenues and percentage of repeat business.

Implemented process improvements that reduced number of days to close searches 30% below industry norm.

EDUCATION

Business Administration (BS)

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, Lawrence, KS

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